Perceptions of EMR System by Doctors in Pune (India) Mehta Nishita1, Pandit Anil2 1Ph. D. Scholar, Symbiosis International University (SIU), Lavale, Mulshi Taluka, Pune, Maharashtra, India 2 Professor, Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences, Symbiosis International University (SIU), Pune, Maharashtra, India Online published on 29 December, 2017. Abstract Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) in healthcare system can reduce healthcare costs as well as improve the efficiency & effectiveness of healthcare facilities. However, only a very few physicians in small practices in India use EMR. This study focuses on examining the factors that impede or facilitate the adoption of EMR system by small physician practice. In order to execute the study, a descriptive, mixed (qualitative & quantitative) research design was used. Survey was conducted to investigate physicians’ attitudes. The responses were used to test several hypotheses. The survey included sections assessing the perceived value of using EMR, the practice demographics, and the barriers to the adoption and use of EMR. Responses were collected and analyzed using SPSS statistical tool. The study contributes to overall understanding of the perception of physicians about EMR systems, and helps find the methods that can be used to improve the adoption of EMR systems. Top Keywords adoption, barrier, electronic medical record, facilitator, perception. Top |